Pakistan, July 1 -- The Pakistan Stock Exchange extended its bullish run on Wednesday as the benchmark KSE-100 Index gained more than 2,000 points. Strong buying across key sectors fueled the rally and lifted investor confidence. The surge reflected optimism over Pakistan's improving economic outlook.

By 1:44pm, the KSE-100 Index had climbed 2,090.04 points, or 1.16%, to 182,391.74. The benchmark touched an intraday high of 182,610.70 after opening with strong momentum. Total traded volume reached 324.3 million shares, while the day's low stood at 180,565.83.

The rally began early in the trading session as investors aggressively bought shares from the opening bell. By 9:34am, the benchmark had already gained 1,110.17 points, or 0.62%, t...